Rivers State Police Command said intelligence report revealed that the notorious Welpe Marine Iceland Cult Deck Executioner, Gift David, popularly known as 2Baba, in Ahoada East Local Government Area died after he lost consciousness and resuscitation attempt failed after he escaped during raid on his camp by the Police last Saturday.
Rivers State Police Publlic Relations Officer (PPRO), SP Grace Iringe Koko, in a statement , yesterday said : “December 31, 2023: A multi-agency attack was launched on 2Baba’s camp, resulting in his narrow escape and subsequent relocation.
“From January 19, 2024, operatives successfully deployed advanced technology, revolutionizing their approach to the operation and gathering crucial intelligence.
“On February 1, 2024, it became clear through continuous surveillance that 2Baba strategically selected a campsite with difficult terrain to discourage land-based attacks, necessitating the use of canoes to reach the location.
“On February 10, 2024, the command shared essential information with the Air Force. Around 19:30hrs on the scheduled day, the Air Force executed an aerial assault, causing significant casualties and injuries to 2Baba and his gang.
“On February 17, 2024, at around 12:00hrs, 2Baba and his gang attacked Okogbe town and Odiokwu community, destroying pipelines.
“At 04:00hrs, operatives raided 2Baba’s new camp. Despite a fierce gun battle, 2Baba and his gang members escaped. However, at around 14:00hrs, intelligence confirmed 2Baba’s death after he lost consciousness and resuscitation attempts failed.”
Iringe-Koko stated that efforts were in progress to retrieve the body of the infamous killer, while investigations into the Iceland cult’s activities in the region continue.
She revealed that the Rivers State Police Command remains resolute in its duty to protect the lives and property of the citizens.
The PPRO continued that the command would employ all necessary resources and strategies to ensure a safe and secure environment for all.
Items reportedly recovered after the police raid included: arms, ammunition, 13 pieces of dynamite, a bullet proof vest, Army camouflage, charms and a human skull.
